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The Leadership Strategy: An Unmined Comstock Lode of Results by Brent Filson, submitted 22 July,2005
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Coaching Skills and Positive Motivation by Steven J. Stowell, PhD, submitted 22 July,2005
There is one important point that is often missed in the discussion of Coaching Skills: Effective coaching is a great deal more than just problem solving. Many people misinterpret coaching as only a corrective process aimed at specific error and deficiencies of an individual. Actually, the use of co..
Job Search Websites: A User's Guide by Joel Walsh, submitted 22 July,2005
Summary: Learn these three steps to an easier online job search, plus discover four kinds of websites that show you the hidden job market.You spend all day in front of the computer looking at job listings and fine-tuning your resume. But all you get is a headache. How can you give your online job se..
Day Trading Secrets ... Online trading for beginners ... You need more than the basics by ProfitableStockMarket.com, submitted 21 July,2005
When it comes to stock market trading it PAYS to have more knowledge than the rest of the pack. Pure gold can be harvested in each profitable trade that you accomplish. But when you don't know what you are doing stock trading can become a very difficult and life consuming business. You can lose a lo..
Listening Techniques For More Effective Meetings, Part II by V. Berba Velasco Jr., Ph.D., submitted 21 July,2005
In Part I of this article, we discussed the importance of active listening, and how it is important for smooth and effective meetings. In the process, we touched on the topic of reflective listening. Reflective listening is a valuable means of ensuring that we have properly understood the speaker’..
Listening Techniques For More Effective Meetings, Part I by V. Berba Velasco Jr., Ph.D., submitted 21 July,2005
We all know what it’s like when a meeting doesn’t go smoothly. Discussions get derailed, tempers start to fray, and things are seldom resolved to everyone’s satisfaction. In such situation, the problem is often the result of poor communication—and poor communication is frequently caused by p..
The Leadership Talk As A Living Hologram by Brent Filson, submitted 21 July,2005
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Job Search Website Application Cheat Sheet by Joel Walsh, submitted 21 July,2005
Read on to find out how to give yourself an unfair advantage in applying on job search websites.You need to approach a job search website not from the point of view of someone who wants a job, but from the point of view of the person who has to handle hundreds of applications.Ultimately, it's that p..
Your Cover Letter MUST Ask This Question by Jimmy Sweeney, submitted 20 July,2005
Imagine receiving a letter from a salesman who wants to sell you an exciting new widget. The letter focuses on all the reasons why this is such a great item. But nowhere does the man ASK for the purchase! You are not as likely to buy it.The same thing is true with a job search cover letter. Unless y..
Building Teams and Teamwork by CMOE Development Team, submitted 20 July,2005
A tight knit team is a group of competent individuals who care deeply about each other and are fiercely committed to their mission. They are highly motivated to combining their energy and expertise to achieve the common objective. From our observation and studies on building teams, we have found thr..
Team Development and Learning by CMOE Development Team, submitted 20 July,2005
A tight knit team is a group of competent individuals who care deeply about each other and are fiercely committed to their mission. The members are highly motivated to combing their energy and expertise to achieve a common objective. From our observation and studies on team development, we have foun..
Ahead of the curve to be on top by Stephanie Tuia, submitted 20 July,2005
I once heard a statement that no matter how good you think you are, there is always someone else who is better. This appears to be a pessimistic view even to a point of degrading one’s self-worth. However, this saying provides a starting point to understanding one’s gifts or setbacks, one’s st..
How To Prepare For A Performance Appraisal by Gerard McLoughlin@aol.com, submitted 20 July,2005
Performance appraisal should be treated as an ongoing developmental process rather than a formal once-a-year review. It should be closely monitored by both employee and reviewer to ensure that targets are being achieved. By preparing yourself diligently and demonstrating a willingness to co-operate ..
How To Answer The Most Difficult Interview Questions by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
The following 'difficult' questions are common to most tricky or adversarial interviews. In order to convince the interviewer that you are the best person for the job, you must prepare and rehearse your answers meticulously. Study the job description and the candidate profile; research the company; ..
How To Manage Your Career Like A Business by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
Look upon yourself as a company with a product or service to sell. Understand your market and devise a dynamic marketing campaign, remembering that companies hire employees who offer them the best results and the best value for money.Begin by identifying your skills, qualifications, and accomplishme..
Why Your CV/Resume Is Not Generating Interview Offers by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
If your current CV or resume is not generating the interview offers you want, it is time to start assessing it. Check to see that the following descriptors apply:*Begins with a succinct, clearly stated career objective tailored to the particular job for which you are applying.*Highlights how your sk..
Handing In Your Resignation and Serving Notice by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
Have you made the right choice? Before deciding to resign from your current position and move to a new employer, you should weigh up as objectively as possible all the relevant factors: remuneration, working environment, location, travel demands, training and development opportunities, promotional p..
Salary Negotiation Secrets Revealed! by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
Before you go into the interview, it is important to know what salary you want, what you need to live on, and what you will be prepared to accept. Spend some time working out your budget. Remember to factor into your calculations the remuneration you'll need in the future.Decide what types of benefi..
How To Talk Your Boss Into Giving You A Salary Increase by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
* If you believe you deserve a salary increase, ask for it as soon as possible; don't procrastinate or wait for your employer to offer it.* Determine what you are worth in the marketplace by carrying out a survey of people in comparable jobs. Never base your case on a need for more money.* Be realis..
How To Create A Winning Impression In Your New Job by Gerard McLoughlin, submitted 20 July,2005
Congratulations! You've just been appointed to your new job. Now the real work begins.It is important from the beginning to convince your new employers that, in selecting you, they have made the right choice.* Demonstrate that you are highly-motivated and eager to get started.* Discuss your duties a..

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